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Chardonnay (Shar-dun-nay)

93 Points Wine Enthusiast

The name Franciacorta (‘Fran-cha-kor-tah’) refers to both the name of a wine and the area where it is produced. The region is located about an hour east of Milan on the shores of Lake Iseo with the Italian Alps as a backdrop. Franciacorta is a traditional method sparkling wine with distinctive character, making it a rival to Champagne!

100% Chardonnay, this silky wine displays notes of apple, tangerine, peach, mineral, and herb with brioche on the finish. Satèn is a style unique to Franciacorta and is a Blanc de Blancs with a maximum of 5 atm of pressure. Normally traditional method sparkling wines contain 6 atm of pressure. The reduced pressure gives the wines a softer, silkier mouthfeel. Pairs well with cheeses, dried fruits, salted nuts, appetizers, fried foods, creamy pasta dishes, and desserts.

Bonfadini is a family-owned estate that has been producing exceptional Franciacorta wines for generations. The winery dates back to 1956 with Giovanni Bonfadini. Today, the winery owned and operated by his granddaughter Francesca. Bonfadini is committed to preserving the traditional winemaking techniques that have made Franciacorta famous as well as using eco-friendly viticultural practices to protect the land and ensure the longevity of their vineyards.